Details:
- Salary: £94 - 108 - Day
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Chigwell
- Date: 7 hours ago
Description:
SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1)
Chigwell, Essex
Full-time | September Start (or ASAP)
Competitive Daily Rate | PAYE
Vision for Education is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Chigwell, who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child in Reception.
This rewarding role involves supporting a pupil with high-needs autism who is non-verbal. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping the child access learning, develop communication skills, and build positive relationships within the school environment.
The Role
Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a Reception-aged pupil with complex additional needs.
Supporting the child's learning, communication and emotional regulation throughout the school day.
Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and external professionals to implement personalised support strategies.
Using a calm, patient and nurturing approach to create a safe and engaging learning environment.
Encouraging independence while supporting the child's individual needs.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful applicant will:
Have previous experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and complex or high-needs SEN.
Have experience working with non-verbal children or using alternative communication strategies (desirable).
Be patient, resilient and adaptable, with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
Be confident working on a 1:1 basis and following individual support plans.
Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle, as driving is essential for this role.
Have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
What Vision for Education Offers
Competitive daily pay rates paid weekly via PAYE.
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
Access to free CPD and specialist SEND training.
Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child's educational journey.
If you have the experience, patience and commitment to support a young child with complex SEN needs, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your up-to-date CV.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices.
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